Our Board
We are dedicated to helping people with disabilities find opportunities to contribute to our communities through employment and volunteering.
Here at Selections Career Support Services, we see the value in everyone. We want to be a catalyst for positive change, and since our beginnings in 1979, we’ve been driven by the same ideals we initially founded our non-profit organization upon: support, empowerment, and inclusion.
Jeffrey Friend
Jeffrey works at Dogs With Wings Assistant Dog Society and has worked in the non-profit sector for over 10 years. He is passionate about the therapeutic benefits of animals and increasing accessibility and awareness for people who live with disabilities.
Seeing firsthand the benefits of inclusion and the importance of employment in providing a sense of purpose makes Jeffrey excited to work with Selections. As the new Board President, Jeffrey looks forward to bringing his experience in the non-profit sector to help advance the mission of Selections.
Rob Dykes
Rob has been a Chartered Professional Accountant since 2008, working for both small and large national firms and having experience as a controller for a company in the Oil and Gas industry.
His passion outside of accounting is working with individuals who have developmental disabilities. He has been very involved with Special Olympics, including coaching for over 25 years and being the Treasurer for his local affiliate.
In 2018 Rob joined the Selections Career Support Services Board, where he acted as Treasurer for the 2018/2019 fiscal year. He is thrilled to be part of this organization.
Joelle Banasch Campbell
Joelle joined the Selections Board in April 2022. But this was not her first encounter with them. She had previously been invited to be a guest speaker on many occasions for Job Club participants and had even worked at Selections in 2017. When looking for a Board to join, her knowledge of Selections’ excellent and inclusive work made it an easy choice.
Joelle has worked /volunteered in various roles in the Non-Profit Sector for over 30 years. Currently, she is a Recreation Assistant with Capital Care, working with seniors living in long-term care. Joelle is passionate about enhancing their quality of life through meaningful interactions and recreational programming.
Kendra Stoley
Kendra has worked in the non-profit sector for 10 years, serving both vulnerable animals and individuals experiencing homelessness. Kendra has worked passionately towards eliminating homelessness since 2016. Because she understands firsthand how vital employment opportunities are, she is encouraged by the valuable work at Selections Career Support Services.
Working in the non-profit sector, Kendra has seen improvements in how the community supports those who live with disabilities. However, she recognizes there is still a lot of work to do that inspires inclusion and belonging. Kendra is excited to be a new Board member and is looking forward to contributing to an agency that continues to provide life-changing services within the sector and in the community
Maria Savidov
Maria Savidov is honoured and excited to join the Selections Board of Directors this year. She is passionate about social justice and has worked in the non-profit sector for over eight years.
She brings with her professional experience the perspectives of business analysis, data-informed decision making and reflective practice. She loves the community and making homemade ice cream and is looking forward to resuming potlucks!
Angie Amaris
Angie is a graduate psychologist and passionate advocate for human rights. She immigrated to Canada from Colombia in April 2010 with her husband and little 9-month-old daughter. Since arriving in Canada, Angie has rapidly built a successful career in the non-profit sector.
Angie has been active in the non-profit sector for over 17 years. Her experience includes combatting sexual abuse, commercial sexual exploitation, and homelessness. Most recently, her heart has led her to advocate for inclusion and equity in the Disability sector. Angie strongly believes in Selections’ philosophy of discovering every individual’s unique talent and ability.
Angie Amaris
Executive Director
Angie is a graduate psychologist and passionate advocate for human rights. She immigrated to Canada from Colombia in April 2010 with her husband and little 9-month-old daughter. Since arriving in Canada, Angie has rapidly built a successful career in the non-profit sector.
Angie has been active in the non-profit sector for over 17 years. Her experience includes combatting sexual abuse, commercial sexual exploitation, and homelessness. Most recently, her heart has led her to advocate for inclusion and equity in the Disability sector. Angie strongly believes in Selections’ philosophy of discovering every individual’s unique talent and ability. In her role as Executive Director, she collaborates with the community and employers, empowering individuals with disabilities and other barriers so they may find employment and, ultimately, a rewarding career in a more inclusive workplace.
Angie is inspired daily by the individuals she serves and the team she leads. She is amazed by their work ethic, love, resilience, and dedication.
Angie lives in Edmonton with her husband, John, and children Angela (13 years) and Alejandro (7 years). She loves cooking Colombian food, dancing, singing, and spending time with her family. She brings her passion to Selections and empowers others to share the importance of celebrating even small successes, being happy in the moment, and never forgetting to laugh.
Joelle Banasch Campbell
Director
Joelle joined the Selections Board in April 2022. But this was not her first encounter with them. She had previously been invited to be a guest speaker on many occasions for Job Club participants and had even worked at Selections in 2017. When looking for a Board to join, her knowledge of Selections’ excellent and inclusive work made it an easy choice.
Joelle has worked /volunteered in various roles in the Non-Profit Sector for over 30 years. Currently, she is a Recreation Assistant with Capital Care, working with seniors living in long-term care. Joelle is passionate about enhancing their quality of life through meaningful interactions and recreational programming.
Joelle is excited to be a new Board member and is looking forward to learning from this Board and using her skills and talents to support not only the Board but everyone at Selections as well.
Joelle lives in Sherwood Park, and when she’s not at work, she sings in a choir, sits on some other Boards, enjoys going to the theatre and spends time with family and friends!
